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'Star Wars' and other Longmont-area events for the week of Nov. 20, 2017

Posted:
11/20/2017 05:00:00 AM MST

Updated:
11/20/2017 05:41:28 AM MST

A scene from "Star Wars IV: A New Hope," which will screen today at Dickens Opera House in Longmont. (File photo)

Today

Movie and a Craft — Kick off your Thanksgiving break at the library. Watch a G-rated movie and then make a fun craft. The library provides the craft supplies and popcorn; feel free to bring a water bottle or other snacks. Registration required; for grades K-8. Check website for movie information; 1 p.m., Erie Community Library, 400 Powers St., Erie; free; 888-861-7323, mylibrary.us/events.

Nutcracker Storytime — Join a free mini performance of "The Nutcracker" with music, narration and ballet dancers from Centennial State Ballet. Families are invited to take photos with the dancers after the event. Seating is limited, all ages welcome. Contact the library directly for additional information; 10:30 a.m., Longmont Public Library, 409 Fourth Ave., Longmont; free; 303-523-3337, 303-651-8470.

Qigong Class — Qigong is a traditional Chinese health practice that combines meditation, breathing, relaxation and stretching techniques. Through coordination of breath and movement, relaxation and stretches are done in a standing position to help strengthen the body while promoting overall health; 5:45 p.m., Integrative Wellness with Wesley Chaplin, 442 Main St (farthest east door along breezeway), Longmont; wesleychaplin.com/calendar.

Longmont Board Games & Beer — Join people in Longmont and surrounding areas who want to play a variety board games. Everyone is welcome, from total newbies to the board game world all the way up through experienced Eurogamers, and at any given meetup a ton of games are available to choose from. No matter what genre or game you're into, there's a good chance you'll find someone who wants to play it; 6 p.m., 300 Suns Brewing, 335 1st Ave., Unit C, Longmont; 300sunsbrewing.com/events.

A Nutcracker Storytime with Centennial State Ballet — Centennial State Ballet invites children of all ages to a special storytime, featuring a reading of "The Nutcracker" by Susan Jeffers and a performance by Clara, the Mouse King, Sugar Plum Fairies and the Nutcracker Prince. The free event will be followed by photo opportunities with the dancers. Seating will be limited; 11:30 a.m., Carbon Valley Regional Library, 7 Park Ave., Firestone; free; mylibrary.us/events.

The Pilgrimage Run — A new and refreshing alternative for your typical Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot is here. The mission, to make a direct and positive impact on the community. Proceeds from each year are given to a nominated family or person in the community who is facing a hardship. The Real Thanksgiving Run with purpose; 8 a.m., Erie Community Library, 400 Powers St., Erie; eriechamber.org/events/details/the-pilgrimage-run-861.

Louisville Turkey Trot — Join a free 5K fun run to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday while giving back to the community. Participants receive a free entry with the donation of non-perishable food or gently used winter clothing. Strollers are welcome, as well as pets on a leash. The flat, family-friendly course winds through Louisville and starts and finishes in downtown. Donations will be given to the Sister Carmen Community Center, a comprehensive assistance program for local families in need. Registration is required at no cost at louisvilleturkeytrot.com. Walk-up registration will be available race morning; 9 a.m., Downtown Louisville, 916 Main St., Louisville; free; 602-312-4499, 720-366-1544, louisvilleturkeytrot.com.

Open Mic Night — Songwriter Brian Rezac hosts an open mic. Grab your guitar, banjo, mando, harp, or anything else you use to make music. Sign ups start at approximately 6:45 p.m. and are on a first come, first served format. All ages. If you're not a performer, come and discover possible stars in the making, support your friends and our local music community; 7 p.m., Dickens Opera House, 300 Main St., Longmont; free; dickensoperahouse.com.

Friday

Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony — This event kicks off the holiday season in Downtown Longmont. This year we're featuring holiday-themed hip-hop dance battles, and a cultural unity celebration to help light up the holiday season. Hot cocoa, goody bags, and carolers provide the seasonal trimmings for this festive event; 6:30 p.m., 6th Avenue Plaza, 6th Avenue and Main St., Longmont; free; 303-651-8484, downtownlongmont.com/calendar/holiday-events.

The Symbols, Nick Willis & Barrel of Blues — The Symbols are a female fronted funk/pop/rock/blues trio from Fort Collins. They play a mix of their own original songs and some interesting covers. The Nick Willis Band is a three-piece that plays soulful rock and blues covers using groove and tone with an original touch. Barrel of Blues is a Lafayette-based band formed in 2013, born of a deep love of Chicago South Side and uptempo British Invasion blues; 7 p.m., The Dickens Tavern and Opera House, 300 Main St., Longmont; $10; 303-834-9384, dickensoperahouse.worldsecuresystems.com/shows/the-symbols-nick-willis-barrel-of-blues.

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